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Wasia Project presents a matured sound with ‘Nocturne’
Wasia Project’s debut album, Nocturne, represents a maturation of their sound, as they move from soft acoustics to developed production.
A review of Phoebe Bridgers’ cathartic new album ‘Lost Weekend’
Musician Phoebe Bridgers has become a phenomenon in a solo capacity as well as being part of a collective called boygenius, in which has created some of the most poignant songs. In truth, she’s an enigma, a vessel with so many ideas, with so much inspiration flapping around in her head.
“All was forgiven without a word” Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger
Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger could have easily been nothing more than a two-hour victory lap. Instead, it becomes beautiful: a story about forgiveness, friendship, community and the ability that music has to make people forget, for a few hours, everything that usually keeps us apart.
Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Lorde after dark
Lorde has always had a way of putting complicated emotions of being young vulnerable and scared into the most simplistic and raw ways.
How MINX’s failed debut became Dreamcatcher’s greatest advantage
Dreamcatcher probably would not exist in the form listeners know today if MINX had worked.
“The dance floor is dead”: Charli xcx’s Music, Fashion, Film
Charli xcx’s Music, Fashion, Film represents a distinct departure from the previous BRAT era. Instead of the dance-pop and rave styles of BRAT, Charli’s new album leans into acoustic and rock production, with the use of heavy drums and guitar.
From independent to international: Why the music industry cannot lose grassroots venues
Grassroots music venues (GMVs) are small live performance spaces which are significant stepping stones in a musician’s career.
10 Scottish grassroots bands you need to watch in 2026
Grassroots bands are music's next big thing. There has been a rise in venues and showcases for small artists to grow. Here's some Indie-Bands you should follow to claim you 'knew them before they were famous'.
Calvin Harris returns to Hampden Park to perform an electrifying set to his home crowd
Calvin Harris returned to his home country and played two nights full of his greatest hits at Scotland’s national football stadium, Hampden Park, to a total of 100k attendees across the weekend.
Dez Dare turns difference into defiance on ‘We’re Not Broken Sunshine’
Brighton-based Australian musician Dez Dare isn’t interested in sanding down the odd edges to fit comfortably within convention.
The Streets perform ‘A Grand Don’t Come for Free’ in its entirety at Ally Pally
The Streets take over the North London skyline with garage beats and spoken word with their two sold out nights at Alexandra Palace performing their second album A Grand Don’t Come for Free in its entirety.
Alex Comaish at The Finsbury, London
As I walked from Manor House tube station, I noticed that there's a certain charm to ‘The Finsbury’ that feels increasingly rare in London's gig circuit…
'Spring Forward': How Florence Road and their recent EP are taking the internet by storm
The Irish Indie-Rock band ‘Florence Road’ have taken over the internet with their recent EP Spring Forward creating viral moments.
Exploring Birdsong’s emotional new record ‘Every House We Built’
A review of Exploring Birdsong’s latest record, Every House We Built.
A retrospective on Beyoncé’s RENAISSANCE
As Beyoncé’s RENAISSANCE approaches it’s fourth anniversary, let’s take a look back at the album.
My Chemical Romance Review: The Black Parade has marched into town
Long live The Black Parade
Ella Langley’s surge in popularity during the FIFA World Cup 2026
American country singer Ella Langley has seen a skyrocket in her popularity across the world due to the football FIFA 2026 World Cup. Her most popular song ‘Choosin’ Texas’, has just hit its thirteenth week at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.
Raw vocals and real moments from Lewis Capaldi
Lewis Capaldi’s gig at Blackweir Fields, Cardiff was a memorable set for its high emotions and raw feel.
Kings of Leon review: The soundtrack of a summer night
Kings of Leon took to Bellahouston Park for Glasgow Summer Sessions for an electric set full of nostalgic rock bangers.
Pretty sad or a girl so in love? How Olivia Rodrigo’s new lyrics tell a chronological story
The modern princess of pop ballads and soul-crushing songwriting is back.